Purpose: To reduce slope length, reduce erosion, reduce sediment content in runoff water, improve water quality, intercept and conduct surface runoff at a non-erosive velocity to a stable outlet, retain runoff for moisture conservation, or prevent gully development.
Conditions Where Practice Applies:
This practice applies where:
a. Water erosion is a problem.
b. There is a need to sonserve water.
c. The soils and topography are such that terraces can be
constructed and farmed with reasonable effort.
d. A suitable outlet can be provided.
e. Runoff and sediment can damage land or improvements
downstream or impair water quality
